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  Introduction
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  Module 1: The 7 goals of a standout editorial report
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  Module 2: How to structure the report
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  Module 3: Rebranding the template
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  Module 4: Populating the report fast
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  Module 5: Repurposing to add value
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  Module 6: Case studies​
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  Report template and supporting materials
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  Tutorials: Designing and setting up a cover page
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Validate your work and deepen your author's craft


Learn how to craft engaging sentence-level editorial reports efficiently. Save time and increase your hourly rate while providing feedback that demonstrates editorial excellence and builds trust.

Deborah A Cecere, Copyeditor:

"Your online course, How to Write the Perfect Fiction Editorial Report, contains all the excellent qualities and reflects the generosity of spirit I’m now familiar with from your website, podcasts, and other materials.

But I wasn’t prepared for the clarity of explanations, many and representative examples, the generous amount of material, and the inclusion of those just-so-perfect extra resources. Thank you, Louise; it was both a pleasurable and enormously educational experience!​"

Stuff you might be wondering about


How long does my course access last? 

All my courses come with lifetime access. You learn when it’s convenient for you, not me!

Why do I have to pay tax on courses?

Online self-directed courses, like the ones I offer, are classified as digital products/services in most countries, and adding tax is a legal requirement. Teachable calculates the correct rate of tax for your jurisdiction and remits it to the appropriate authority. 

Can I choose the order in which I study the modules?

Of course, though I recommend you follow the order of play the first time you do it because I designed the structure in a way that builds your knowledge logically.

Can I learn on my mobile device?

Absolutely! Teachable has a gorgeous app for iOS and Android that means you can access the course content on your phone and tablet if that’s more convenient.

About your instructor


Hello! I’m Louise Harnby, a commercial fiction editor who specializes in working for independent authors of crime, thrillers and mysteries. I write books and create courses that teach editors:

  • the craft of stylistic line editing in fiction 
  • how to make their businesses visible and compelling.

When I joined the industry in 2006, there was very little instruction dedicated to line editing and business building. Not much has changed, and so I hope that by learning with me, you’ll feel better equipped to tackle both!